Crshd

Unlike traditional college "raunch-coms" (like American Pie ), Crshd subverts the genre by focusing entirely on the female perspective and female desire. It explores: The performative pressure to be "beautiful" or "talented."

The party's unique entry rule serves as the central plot device: You submit your crush’s name to have them invited. Subversion of the Male Gaze Juggles silliness with

A small liberal arts college in Ohio during the final days of freshman year. Narrative Summary Fiona and Anuka

Isabelle Barbier (Izzy), Sadie Scott (Fiona), and Deeksha Ketkar (Anuka) Release: Debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2019. Narrative Summary Isabelle Barbier (Izzy)

Represents how social media gamifies modern romance and peer validation. 2. Subversion of the Male Gaze

Juggles silliness with a heartfelt look at growing up and self-acceptance.

The story follows Izzy, an awkward college freshman who is anxious about still being a virgin as she nears the end of her first year. Alongside her two best friends, Fiona and Anuka, she goes on a quest to get invited to an exclusive "crush party."